Category Archives: Kids

Watch The Incredible Trailer For “Rise of the Guardians” by Dreamworks Animation

Posted on March 28, 2012 by

Today we get to see the first trailer for what looks like an amazing film by Dreamworks Animation called ‘Rise of the Guardians‘. The movie, based on the forthcoming books by William Joyce, will be released on November 21, 2012. … Continue reading →

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Alvin & The Chipmunks: Chipwrecked – Available Now On DVD/ Blu-Ray

Posted on March 27, 2012 by

The chipmunks and chipettes reunite for their greatest adventure ever in the latest installment of the blockbuster movie franchise: Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked.  (Also Available in an “Island Adventure” Edition with Additional Fun Features Including Sing-Alongs, Games and More.) … Continue reading →

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Fables and Fairy Tales: An Online Art Show By Acid Free Gallery

Posted on March 23, 2012 by

Acid Free has gathered various artists to show us their spin on some of the best Fables and Fairy Tales throughout history.  Preview the works 3/26-3/30. These artists were hand selected and this is their take on some well known … Continue reading →

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Hey Kids, This Is How Your Parents Use To Listen To Music…

Posted on March 7, 2012 by

The spinning green thing is called a “record” and the device it is on is called a “record player” …

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ThunderCats Season 1 Book 2 Coming To DVD On June 5th

Posted on March 5, 2012 by

A betrayal… A reluctant leader… A journey like no other…. A roaring return for a mighty menagerie of animation icons.  Join Lion-O, Panthro, Snarf and more as Warner Bros. Home Entertainment releases ThunderCats: Season 1, Book 2 on DVD June … Continue reading →

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New Poster And Trailer For ‘Paranorman’

Posted on March 2, 2012 by

The new 3D stop-motion comedy thriller from animation company LAIKA, reteams the company with Focus Features after the groundbreaking Academy Award-nominated “Coraline.”  “ParaNorman” is only the second stop-motion animated feature to be made in 3D. In “ParaNorman,” a small town … Continue reading →

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DreamWorks Animation Goes Prehistoric With ‘The Croods’

Posted on March 1, 2012 by

DreamWorks Animation is bringing us a comedy adventure that takes us back to the beginning – to a previously undiscovered era known as the Croodacious – a time when Mother Nature was still experimenting and the flora and fauna we … Continue reading →

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GLO: The Color Changing Nightlight From BOON, 95% Effective Against Zombies

Posted on February 29, 2012 by

Let’s face it, kid’s are afraid of the dark.  The thing in the closet or the sound under the bed always makes for a sleepless night for the younger crowd.  (For me it is a fear of a Zombie Apocalypse)  … Continue reading →

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TIm Burton Playing Cards by Dark Horse Deluxe

Posted on February 6, 2012 by

Are you a Tim Burton fan?  I am and these look pretty spectacular.  Tim has overseen and collaborated with Dark Horse Deluxe to bring us this wonderful deck of playing cards featuring his beloved characters. Cute and creepy Kings and … Continue reading →

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Smart Baby Monitor By Withings: The Ultimate ‘Big Brother’ For Parents

Posted on January 18, 2012 by

Ahhhh… now you’re talkin!   This one looks like a game changer. Are you always wondering how your lil’ one is doing?  Have trouble falling asleep when they are down the hall in their own room?  Withings feels your pain and … Continue reading →

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10 Entrepreneurs Who Made A Fortune Before They Were 18

Posted on December 19, 2011 by

Ok, so this article is sure to frustrate most but hopefully it will inspire many.  Before you say, “Why didn’t I think of that?”, remember, what you should be saying is “What idea can I come up with.”  Creative inspiration … Continue reading →

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Flashback Friday: Snow Miser VS Heat Miser From Year Without A Santa Claus

Posted on December 16, 2011 by

Man o man did I love me some Christmas specials when I was a wee lil lad.  This one, The Year Without A Santa Claus was always a favorite and mostly because of this song.  To say: “They don’t make’em … Continue reading →

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Walt Disney, The Maverick: A Guest Essay By Jon Favreau

Posted on December 13, 2011 by

Last week The LA Times Hero Complex  asked Jon Favreau to write an essay for the celebration of Walt Disney’s 110th birthday.  I personally have many fond memories of Disney from my youth and as you will read, so does … Continue reading →

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Kinect Rush: A Disney/Pixar Adventure for Xbox 360

Posted on December 9, 2011 by

This one goes out to Asher’s best buddy Blake.  Disney-Pixar announced details of a new Kinect game based on their films today. Kinect Rush: A Disney-Pixar Adventure will be arriving on March 20, 2012 and will cost $49.99.  WHAT!?  We … Continue reading →

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First Angry Birds Store Opens in Finland

Posted on December 2, 2011 by

With over 500 million downloads and 10 million Facebook fans it was only a matter of time before this happened.  The Fins went and beat everyone to the punch and opened the world’s first Angry Birds retail store.  Helsinki, Finland … Continue reading →

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Tom Whalen Adds Another Amazing Poster To His Growing Collection: ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’

Posted on November 30, 2011 by

Standard Edition I hesitate to post this one because I WANT IT!  The more of YOU bidding means I have less of a chance to GET IT!  Tis the season though so I will share this bit of good news … Continue reading →

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New Kids Book: Goodnight iPad

Posted on November 23, 2011 by

Do you remember Goodnight Moon, the classic book written by Margaret Wise Brown in 1947?   Well it was one of my favorite childhood books and now my own 6 year old LOVES it as well.  Well times have changed and … Continue reading →

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Dale May Presents: “Lego Wars” Exhibition @ Samuel Owen Gallery

Posted on November 21, 2011 by

The LEGO WARS series is a study of popular culture, commercial advertising and nostalgia. As an adult, Dale May revisits these tiny plastic toys and photographs them in a way that returns them to the epic importance they once had … Continue reading →

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Q&A Session With Pixar’s John Lasseter

Posted on November 1, 2011 by

The New York Times just posted a really insightful article about one of blurppy’s favorite people, John Lasseter.  Pixar Animation Studios hasn’t made a big deal of turning 25 this year. But it can celebrate several achievements, including its perfect … Continue reading →

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Want Your Kid’s To Read More? Take Them To China…

Posted on October 26, 2011 by

Kid’s Republic has taken a great approach to selling books to children by creating an incredible environment that’s as imaginative as the world’s we read about in the books. The Kid’s Republic is a vibrantly colored book store located overseas … Continue reading →

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